A career as a Deputy Sheriff provides many opportunities to perform interesting and rewarding work. There are challenges, so we want you to be fully aware of some of them as you begin the application process.

Required Documents

The administrative hiring forms must be printed and completed by the applicant after he or she receives a scheduled appointment with a member of the Recruitment and Retention section. The applicant will bring the completed forms to that appointment.NOTE: Mailed or e-mailed forms will not be accepted.

Contact Information

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Sheriff’s Office is strongly supportive of the concept of strength through diversity in the workplace. We also support cross-training employees, when possible, to encourage a thorough understanding and appreciation of all phases of the Sheriff’s Office.

The Newport News Sheriff’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.